Thursday, October 17, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Flying- High & Cruising Big! With Craig Turner From Whitsunday Regional Council

Overseeing two nominated Whitsunday Regional Council owned assets – Whitsunday Coast Airport and Shute Harbour Marine Terminal – Craig Turner, Director of Commercial Business, says he is thrilled the two impressive local services are up for an award again this year.

The 73-year-old Whitsunday Coast Airport goes beyond typical airport services, with a dedicated customer service officer available for each arriving flight to assist passengers and answer questions. The airport features the impressive 35,000-litre Heart Reef Aquarium, providing a warm welcome to visitors.

Meanwhile, Shute Harbour Marine Terminal, the closest port to the Whitsunday Islands, hosts many marine tours and is increasingly favoured by cruise ships, welcoming 80,000 visitors last year. Originally a tourism port since 1961, it was redeveloped and reopened in 2021 after damage from Tropical Cyclone Debbie.

Craig has been working with Whitsunday Coast Airport and Shute Harbour Marine Terminal for six years, and is very proud of their nominations:

“To be highlighted at this high level in industry is a testament to the hard work and dedication each and every one gives to their role.”

“Regardless of outcome, we all have a common goal – to provide a high level of service to tourists and visitors, enhancing their Whitsundays experience.”

Whitsunday Coast Airport has previously entered the awards seven times, winning gold the last two years, while Shute Harbour Marine Terminal is entering for the third year, having won bronze and silver previously.

Craig Turner, Director of Commercial Business for Whitsunday Regional Council

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